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LIFE SCIENCES SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 2025

New knowledge and technologies are constantly changing the landscape of life sciences and its many branches. To address the key needs of emerging talent in the field, HKLSS offers a unique life sciences/biotech internship opportunity to undergraduate and postgraduate students to explore cutting-edge research, latest technology, and the future of biotechnology.

Selected interns will be assigned to our partner and portfolio companies in Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Shanghai, including start-ups, VCs, NGOs, healthcare and pharmaceutical companies. They will also engage with sector specialists through company visits, networking, and workshops, exploring different career options.

Duration
6 weeks
Application Open
28 Oct 2024
Application Deadline for Phase 1*
15 Nov 2024
Deposit
HK$2,500
This will be charged when accepting an offer and returned to the intern upon completion.

Frequently Asked Questions
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*Phase 1: for local students abroad
Phase 2: for students in Hong Kong (applications start on 22 Nov)
 

INTERNS WILL

  • Acquire practical skills that are applicable in the workplace
  • Work with experienced researchers and biotech professionals
  • Expose to one of the following sectors: R&D, business or product development, life sciences-related investment, marketing and communication, and program or project management
  • Participate in the HKLSS-core program, including a study tour, workshops, conversations with C-suite executives, and networking activities
  • Be given priority in enrolling in our Mentorship Scheme

ELIGIBILITY

  • Senior-year undergraduate or postgraduate students, aged 18 or above, with an academic qualification in life sciences, biomedical sciences, medicine, data science or business (with a science or tech focus)
  • Priority will be given to MRes, MPhil or PhD students when considering interns for R&D positions
  • Recent graduates and applicants with other relevant backgrounds will be considered on a case-by-case basis

TIMELINE FOR 2025 COHORT

JUNE
1st Week
2nd Week
3rd Week
4th Week
5th Week
Orientation
Opening Week Program
Weekend Talks, Workshops & Visits in Hong Kong & mainland China
Closing Ceremony & Interns' Sharing
Internship Period (Tentative: 2 Jul - 8 Aug)
JULY
1st Week
2nd Week
3rd Week
4th Week
AUGUST
1st Week
2nd Week
3rd Week
4th Week

Testimonials

NUMBER OF PLACES

The 2025 intake will not be more than 50 students. HKLSS reserves the right to determine the final number of interns.

For enquiries, please contact us at internship@hklss.org.